Job: Business Office Graduate Assistant

The Department of Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance at Boston University is currently seeking a Business Office Graduate Assistant for the 2023-24 academic year. The candidate will assist in the day-to-day functions of the Business Office. We are seeking a detail-oriented candidate with strong organization skills, and the ability to take on a leadership role within the department.

The position is offered to an accepted candidate in a BU graduate program and requires a work schedule of 20 hours per week during fall, spring and summer semesters. The award consists of up to 8 credits of tuition remission per semester and a $18,720 stipend, paid over a twelve-month period on a weekly basis. The position is renewable for a second year contingent upon the satisfactory performance of the individual during the first.

DUTIES

Assist Business Office team with the following duties:

  • Oversight of departmental cashiering and depositing. Areas of responsibility include but are not limited to pro shop, facilities, non-credit programs, intramural and club sports.
  • Assist with the reconciliation of all departmental accounts.
  • Provide assistance with day-to-day business functions including vendor invoicing, administration, generating disbursements and purchase orders.
  • Oversight of the administration of club sports as it relates to departmental and university business practices.
  • Hiring, training, and supervision of Business Office student staff. Assist in the development of all departmental part-time staff.
  • Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite and Excel in particular
  • Strong interpersonal skills in order to deal effectively with many diverse levels of management, while maintaining confidentiality

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Previous supervisory experience is a plus
  • Demonstrated ability in prioritizing multiple deadlines, projects, and assignments within a fast-paced environment
  • Demonstrated ability as a team leader or supervisor

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Start date as early as June 1, 2023
All applications should be received no later than February 28, 2023

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to:
Brendan Buckley
Business Manager
Dept. of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance
Boston University Fitness and Recreation Center
915 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02215
617.353.3761 buckleyb@bu.edu